SILVER CITY – Campfire and smoking restrictions are now in place on the Gila National Forest in order to protect public health and reduce preventable human-caused fires.
Adam Mendonca, forest supervisor, stated “We have seen an increase in abandoned campfires and feel it’s critical to reduce the potential for any additional fire starts during this period of drought and high fire danger.” Fire restrictions are an important tool to help prevent or limit human-caused wildfires.
Fire restrictions for the Gila National Forest include allowing campfires only in designated developed campgrounds and picnic areas and must be in a Forest Service provided metal grill or metal fire pits. Fires in rock rings will not be allowed. The use of pressurized, petroleum-fueled stoves, lanterns or heating devices are acceptable, provided they meet the fire underwriter’s specifications for safety.
Forest implements campfire, smoking restrictions Written by Nickolas Seibel on April 27, 2021
Campfire and smoking restrictions are being implemented today on the Gila National Forest in order to protect public health and reduce preventable human-caused fires.
Adam Mendonca, forest supervisor, said, ※We have seen an increase in abandoned campfires and feel it＊s critical to reduce the potential for any additional fire starts during this period of drought and high fire danger.”
Fire restrictions are an important tool to help prevent or limit human-caused wildfires, according to a news release.
Fire restrictions for the Gila National Forest include allowing campfires only in designated developed campgrounds and picnic areas and they must be in a Forest Service provided metal grill or metal fire pits, the release stated. Fires in rock rings will not be allowed.
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Silver City Ranger District announces campground closure during winter
Closed due to inclement weather
Headlight staff reports
The following campgrounds will be closed:
• Iron Creek Campground, located in the Black Range Mountains off NM State Highway 152
• Upper Gallinas Campground, located in the Black Range Mountains off NM State Highway 152
• Railroad Canyon Campground, located in the Black Range Mountains off NM State Highway 152
• Cherry Creek Campground, located off NM State Highway 15
• McMillan Campground, located off NM State Highway 15
“We close these campgrounds due to safety concerns during inclement weather. We encourage forest visitors to check weather and road conditions prior to heading out on the Forest” said Beth Ihle, District Ranger.